The Lanesborough and Debrett’s Guide To Social Etiquette
These two tradition-steeped institutions are offering bespoke courses entitled ‘The British Way’, an expert guide to the intricacies of traditional British social occasions, covering etiquette, dress codes and dining.
Hosted by a Debrett’s expert in the grand surrounds of The Lanesborough, a full-day guide to ‘The Season’, with an overnight stay at the hotel, is available for those looking for the ultimate etiquette lesson and a taste of timeless tradition. A Guide to Social Etiquette & The Season is a full-day course with a Debrett’s expert and overnight at The Lanesborough.
This full-day tutorial with an overnight stay at the hotel explores the British approach to dining, etiquette, hosting and seasonal dress codes. During a private lesson with an expert Debrett’s tutor, fathers and sons will learn about the minutiae of British behaviour and social traditions. Topics include greetings, conversations and ‘small talk’, as well as dining etiquette and how to be the perfect host. They’ll also learn about first impressions and personal impact – including everything from formal greetings and forms of address to conversations and body language.
Over lunch at The Lanesborough’s elegant Michelin-starred restaurant Céleste, with cuisine by Chef Patron Eric Frechon – the chef of three Michelin-starred Epicure at Le Bristol in Paris, and executed by Executive Chef Florian Favario – guests will be taught everything they need to know about formal dining etiquette. The course concludes with a tutorial dedicated to The Season and British dress codes, covering the confusing conventions of British seasonal dress codes and teaching what to wear, and when and how to wear it.
A Guide To Social Etiquette & The Season includes lunch at Céleste, a private six-hour Debrett’s course (10:00 – 16:00), and an overnight stay in a room at The Lanesborough and costs from £1,875 per person. www.lanesborough.com
Raymond Blanc BBQ Cookery Course at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons
The Raymond Blanc Cookery School will be hosting the much-anticipated Summer Barbeque course over the summer period. A perfect gift Father’s Day, Raymond’s development chef, Adam Johnson will provide inspiration and a helping hand. Held in the beautiful gardens, this course extends bbq skills far beyond burgers and steak. You will learn how to use citrus to break down tough meats and the art of glazing, marinating and slow cooking. From smoked lamb shoulder with salsa verde to mackerel with shaved fennel salad, coated in soy lime and ginger dressing, this course is a must for the summer ahead.
The course, which soft launched in August 2014, will take place in the garden of La Belle Époque private dining area at the heart of the two Michelin-starred hotel and restaurant. The spectacular garden features the original 13th-century gates to the main house as well as bronze sculptures by Lloyd Le Blanc.
The course includes full day tuition, morning and afternoon tea, an informal lunch on La Belle Époque Terrace (weather permitting) and a course certificate. The day starts at 8.45am and ends at approximately 4.45pm and is priced at £440 per person.
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A Personalised Gift from Haig Club Whisky and Selfridges
Haig Club is collaborating exclusively with Selfridges (London, Manchester & Birmingham) from 1st June to introduce limited edition Father’s Day Packaging. The bottles will be wrapped in blue foil packaging with cheeky statements on, with the option to engrave a copper swing tag to add a personal touch to the gift (£49.00/70ML, free engraving).
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